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Rdphish73 · 07-26-2016, 08:19 AM

Hey All,

Apologies for posting such a painful picture. Imagine how I felt!! This is what was left of my 2012 2SS LS3 after a head on collision in April 2015. I'm not proud to admit it, but I was messed up on heroin and nodded off and I hit a Ford Ranger pick-up head on. We were each going around 45-50mph. Some higher power must have been looking out for us, because we ALL walked away with no injuries! I received some nasty airbag burns and a cut on my left knee and that was it. This was also the catalyst that propelled me into quitting all drugs. Last time I used was 442 days ago. I'm so grateful.

I haven't been on here in quite some time. I think the last time was a bout a year and a half ago when I had just survived my accident...and I was praising my Camaro SS for being such a safe car. I never posted the pic of the car. Welp , here it is. Thank you Chevrolet for building a very solid car that likely saved my life! Be safe my Camaro5 brothers and sisters!

amz · 07-26-2016, 08:25 AM

It takes a man to admit it.

Good luck on recovery.

Getting another Camaro?

Dmpsix · 07-26-2016, 08:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Rdphish73

Hey All,

Apologies for posting such a painful picture. Imagine how I felt!! This is what was left of my 2012 2SS LS3 after a head on collision in April 2015. I'm not proud to admit it, but I was messed up on heroin and nodded off and I hit a Ford Ranger pick-up head on. We were each going around 45-50mph. Some higher power must have been looking out for us, because we ALL walked away with no injuries! I received some nasty airbag burns and a cut on my left knee and that was it. This was also the catalyst that propelled me into quitting all drugs. Last time I used was 442 days ago. I'm so grateful.

I guess congrats to you that you're no longer a junkie. I dated a brown (heroin) junkie a few years back and that was before I knew she was a junkie. She was a real POS and left her kids at home sometimes when she was high, so I got a personal vendetta against users.

Anyways... at least you're clean now and thankfully no one was injured. Take care.

MrChrisLS3 · 07-26-2016, 08:41 AM

Congrats on 442 days, the only thing better is 443, keep at it.

GrandAmGT · 07-26-2016, 08:50 AM

Good to hear about your sobriety, that was a difficult admission I'm sure. Did the police charge you with DUI? Just wondering if all the consequences of the accident are behind you now?

Ragnar · 07-26-2016, 08:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by amz

It takes a man to admit it.

Good luck on recovery.

Getting another Camaro?

^^^THIS...

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrChrisLS3

Congrats on 442 days, the only thing better is 443, keep at it.

^^^THIS...

BLU DUCE · 07-26-2016, 09:01 AM

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Originally Posted by GrandAmGT

Good to hear about your sobriety, that was a difficult admission I'm sure. Did the police charge you with DUI? Just wondering if all the consequences of the accident are behind you now?

He was on drugs not Alochol. But both of them are killers. On the upside congrulations on the leaving the the drugs. And good luck in your endevor of keeping off them.

ssrs2lt · 07-26-2016, 09:03 AM

Stay sober, great job and keep it going

flipstyledsm22 · 07-26-2016, 09:05 AM

I'm glad to hear everyone walked away. That is about the best life changing experience (wake up call), anyone can have when shit is getting too deep. No lives were taken expect for one, that's the old you. Leave it in the past and share your stories, so maybe others that hear it and save themselves before they get too close to no return. I'm glad you are manning up and taking responsibility of your actions. Live strong, healthy, and humble. Cherish your moments of life going forward and make new friends and connections. The new you will need to erase the old you without taking away your defeats.

Rdphish73 · 07-26-2016, 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by GrandAmGT

Good to hear about your sobriety, that was a difficult admission I'm sure. Did the police charge you with DUI? Just wondering if all the consequences of the accident are behind you now?

I was arrested absolutely. DWAI Drugs....Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs. A few years ago I got a regular DUI after running in to an old friend on my way home from dinner. So this was a second offense. I was offered the New York Drug Court program. For one year I had to call in every morning for random drug screens and go in front of the judge every Wednesday. I was also required to attend and complete outpatient drug treatment. I graduated from Drug Court 2 months ago. After graduation, I just have to go in front of the judge for 2 minutes once a month for 6 months...as sort of a follow up. I will remain on Probation...technically for 5 years (3 3/4 left) but the D.A. said I'm doing awesome and will likely be released from Probation early.

Rdphish73 · 07-26-2016, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by amz

It takes a man to admit it.

Good luck on recovery.

Getting another Camaro?

You bet your ass I am! I'm waiting for the second year of the 6th gen...I also am on the look out for a real nice 1st Gen to toy with! I really miss my Camaro though. I got a new Jeep Grand Cherokee "Overland" with the 5.7 Hemi. Its a really really nice ride...but it's not exactly fun!

1Coopgt · 07-26-2016, 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by spike III

He was on drugs not Alochol. But both of them are killers. On the upside congrulations on the leaving the the drugs. And good luck in your endevor of keeping off them.

You can still get a DUI ( Driving Under the Influence ) . Can be Drugs or Alcohol . I've heard of people getting DUI for pot .

Bulldog3071 · 07-26-2016, 09:44 AM

good for you stay clean

BAD DAB · 07-26-2016, 09:50 AM

Good luck with your recovery.

07-26-2016, 08:19 AM	#1
Rdphish73 Drives: 2012 Ashen Grey LS-3 RS/2SS Coupe Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Saratoga Springs, NY Posts: 118	WARNING: Graphic Image!! Hey All, Apologies for posting such a painful picture. Imagine how I felt!! This is what was left of my 2012 2SS LS3 after a head on collision in April 2015. I'm not proud to admit it, but I was messed up on heroin and nodded off and I hit a Ford Ranger pick-up head on. We were each going around 45-50mph. Some higher power must have been looking out for us, because we ALL walked away with no injuries! I received some nasty airbag burns and a cut on my left knee and that was it. This was also the catalyst that propelled me into quitting all drugs. Last time I used was 442 days ago. I'm so grateful. I haven't been on here in quite some time. I think the last time was a bout a year and a half ago when I had just survived my accident...and I was praising my Camaro SS for being such a safe car. I never posted the pic of the car. Welp , here it is. Thank you Chevrolet for building a very solid car that likely saved my life! Be safe my Camaro5 brothers and sisters! Attached Images __________________ 2012 AGM LS-3 RS/SS: Airaid CAI, Ceramic Coated Dynatech SuperMaxx LT Headers, High Flow Cats, Borla "S-Type" Cat-Back Exhaust, Ted Jannetty Tuned, LS-3 Cowl Badging, RS/SS Fender Badging. Custom Bow-Ties by Lupe

07-26-2016, 09:03 AM	#8
ssrs2lt Drives: too many Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: oh va pa ma tx Posts: 3,046	Stay sober, great job and keep it going __________________

07-26-2016, 09:05 AM	#9
flipstyledsm22 Let's go fishing! Drives: a car with 8 cylinders Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Seabrook, Texas Posts: 1,129 View My Garage	I'm glad to hear everyone walked away. That is about the best life changing experience (wake up call), anyone can have when shit is getting too deep. No lives were taken expect for one, that's the old you. Leave it in the past and share your stories, so maybe others that hear it and save themselves before they get too close to no return. I'm glad you are manning up and taking responsibility of your actions. Live strong, healthy, and humble. Cherish your moments of life going forward and make new friends and connections. The new you will need to erase the old you without taking away your defeats. __________________ "When choosing between two evils, I always like to try the one I’ve never tried before." Mae West 1892-1980

07-26-2016, 09:44 AM	#13
Bulldog3071 Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Kernersville, NC Posts: 931 View My Garage	good for you stay clean __________________ Hurst Short Throw Shifter, K&N CAI, SRP Racing Pedals, GM Performance Exhaust, GM GFX Package Lakewood Strut Tower Brace, JBA Shorty Headers, JBA 8 MM Wires, Airaid TB Spacer, Phastek CAI Scoop, Washer Bottle Relocation Kit, Stainlees Steel Brake Lines, Brake Performance Slotted and Drilled Rotors, BMR Tunnel Brace, BMR Trailing Arms, BMR Subframe Connectors, Borla ATAK Muffelers, Z28 Wickerbill Spoiler, VTC, Bow Tie Delete, BMR Adjustable Front Swaybar, BMR End Link Kit, BMR Extreme Rear Anti-Roll Kit, Diablo I1000 "InTune"

07-26-2016, 09:50 AM	#14
BAD DAB Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Black & Silver Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 8,228 View My Garage	Good luck with your recovery. __________________ STAINLESS WORKS HEADERS-TUNED BY JANNETTY RACING-C.A.I. INTAKE-TAYLOR 409 WIRES-SOLO AXLE BACK EXHAUST-ELITE CATCH CAN

07-26-2016, 08:25 AM	#2
amz Factory Correct Drives: 2011 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Richmond,Virginia Posts: 666	It takes a man to admit it. Good luck on recovery. Getting another Camaro?

07-26-2016, 08:41 AM	#4
MrChrisLS3 Drives: 2018 1SS M6 Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Houston Posts: 2,617	Congrats on 442 days, the only thing better is 443, keep at it.

07-26-2016, 08:50 AM	#5
GrandAmGT Drives: 2010 1LT & 2016 Cadillac CTS V6 Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Danville, Virginia Posts: 369	Good to hear about your sobriety, that was a difficult admission I'm sure. Did the police charge you with DUI? Just wondering if all the consequences of the accident are behind you now?